MENDELEY CITATION SESSION-ACCOUNT CREATION AND SOFTWARES DOWNLOADS

Welcome to “A Complete Guide to Citation Using Mendeley Reference Manager Software” to be held on Wednesday 11th June, 2025 at 4.00 PM East Africa Time, 3.00 PM Southern/Central African Time, 2.00 PM West Africa Time and 1.00 PM GMT via google meet https://meet.google.com/ytk-dtkg-aoj

Below are the required links.

PART 1: ACCOUNT CREATION

Microsoft Account Creation

Create your Microsoft account to access the Microsoft App Store where you can download Mendeley Cite for seamless citation management. This account allows you to install Mendeley Cite directly from the Microsoft Store, ensuring you get the latest version with automatic updates. Your Microsoft account is specifically needed for downloading and installing Mendeley citation tools from the official Microsoft App Store.

Elsevier Account Creation

Create your Elsevier account specifically for logging into Mendeley Reference Manager. This account serves as your primary login credential for accessing the Mendeley platform and managing your reference library. Your Elsevier account provides seamless integration with academic databases including ScienceDirect and Scopus, allowing you to import citations directly into your Mendeley Reference Manager library.

PART 2: SOFTWARE DOWNLOADS

Mendeley Reference Manager Download

Download the Mendeley Reference Manager desktop application to access powerful offline reference management features. This software allows you to organize your research library, annotate PDF documents, and automatically extract citation information from imported papers. The desktop version provides enhanced search capabilities and better performance when managing large collections of academic sources.

PART 3: BROWSER AND WORD INTEGRATION

Chrome Browser Extension

Install the Mendeley Importer to collect references directly from web pages while you research. This extension automatically captures bibliographic information from academic databases, journal websites, and online articles with just one click. It saves you time by eliminating manual data entry and ensures accuracy in your citation information.

Microsoft Word Plugin

The Word plugin allows you to insert citations directly into your documents and automatically format your bibliography. You can switch between different citation styles instantly, and the plugin will update all your references throughout your document. This integration streamlines your writing process and ensures consistent formatting according to academic standards.

PART 4: ADVANCED TOOLS

Grok AI for RIS Creation

Grok AI can assist you with creating RIS files and managing bibliographic data formats for advanced citation needs. This tool helps when you need to convert references between different formats or when working with databases that require specific file types. RIS files ensure your citations remain portable across different reference management systems.